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Paws 4 You Rescue is sponsoring Social Miami’s “People and Their Pets” monthly newsletter. Here are 3 South Florida animal lovers for February’s installment. The goal of this project is to bring more awareness and support to the work that Paws 4 You Rescue does to help save animals.
Paws 4 You Rescue – http://www.paws4you.org/
Socialmiami.com – http://www.socialmiami.com/

Leonor Anthony
Leonor is an expressionist artist who was born in Havana, Cuba. She immigrated with her family to the United States as a very young child. Today, she resides and works in Coconut Grove, FL. Her preferred mediums are oil and canvas and charcoal drawings. Leonor’s art reflects an uncompromising concern for the world, an ardent compassion for the human experience.

Pictured here: Leonor with her King Charles Cavalier, Luke.

Leonor with Luke, who was the muse for one of her paintings.

Leonor’s King Charles Cavalier, Luke.

Lizette Martino Diaz
Lizette has two beautiful children and is currently the President of the Angel Alexander Diaz Foundation, which benefits children with heart disease. She is also involved in charity work through BBBS, Cancer Link, Humane Society, the Zoological Society and Paws 4 You Rescue.

Pictured: Lizette with her 3 Yorkies – Ozzy, Bella and Obi Wan.

One of Lizette’s 3 Yorkies, Obi Wan, the son.

One of Lizette’s 3 Yorkies, Ozzy, the dad.

One of Lizette’s 3 Yorkies, Bella, the mom.

Lizette with Coco, her Chocolate Lab.

Coco, Lizette Diaz’s Chocolate Lab.

Nicole Lozano
Nicole Willson Lozano was born in Miami and is a third generation Miamian. Nicole is married to Edgar Lozano and has Max and Chessy, her teenagers. Most of her time is spent on philanthropic work. After 20 years with the USA Bouquet Company, Nicole is the co-chair of the 10th Anniversary Galaxy Gala on 18th of February 2012 at the JW Marriott to celebrate the groundbreaking of the new Miami Science Museum.

Pictured: Nicole Lozano with Precious Pearl & Chicito.

Pictured: Nicole Lozano with Precious Pearl & Chicito.

Nicole’s Chihuahua, Chicito.

Nicole’s dogs, Precious Pearl & Chicito.

I recently got to meet and photograph one of my favorite authors, Dave Barry, and his dog Lucy, for an upcoming Paws 4 You/Social Miami newsletter. Dave adopted his dog, Lucy, from Paws 4 You Rescue.
I’ve got keep those photos under wraps until the newsletter comes out in March, but here’s one I can share – Dave and Paws 4 You Rescue’s president, Carol Caridad.

Check out Dave Barry’s latest book, “Lunatics”, which he co-wrote with Alan Zweibel – http://www.amazon.com/Lunatics-Dave-Barry/dp/0399158693

Paws 4 You Rescue is sponsoring Social Miami’s “People and Their Pets” monthly newsletter. Here are 3 South Florida animal lovers for the latest installment. The goal of this project is to bring more awareness and support to the work that Paws 4 You Rescue does to help save animals.
Paws 4 You Rescue – http://www.paws4you.org/
Socialmiami.com – http://www.socialmiami.com/

Ozcar G. is a renowned couture designer based out of Coral Gables with an elite clientele ranging from NY, to the Palm Beaches and Miami. He has a passion for nature, the outdoors and animals. He has rescued several birds and is the proud owner of 3 Dachshunds – Lucy, Ceci and Carito.

Pictured above and below: Ozcar G. with Lucy, Ceci and Carito


Jenny Starr Perez is the fashion director for Apples to Oranges Magazine, a supplement to the Wall Street Journal and New York Post, and is also a contributing stylist and writer for several publications. She holds a long-standing career as a fashion editor, including work at Plum Magazine and Niche Media (Ocean Drive and Ocean Drive Español). She has also produced and styled high-profile events, such as celebrity lounges for the Primetime Emmy Awards, American Music Awards, as well as for internationally acclaimed photographer David LaChapelle. Jenny is the proud owner of Rocky.

Pictured above: Jennifer Starr Perez with Rocky. Below: Jenny’s dog Rocky.


Suely Caramelo has been a volunteer for The Cat Network for the past 10 years. She feels that helping people with their animal problems has made her life complete. Suely is the proud owner of Pinky, Valentino and Adora.

Pictured above: Suely with Valentino. Valentino is deaf and blind. Below: Valentino.